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How to Add a Navigation Menu in WordPress

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How to Add a Navigation Menu in WordPress

How to Add a Navigation Menu in WordPress - tutorial

The menu is one of the essential elements of every website and blog. Usually located somewhere at the top of the site, gives your visitors easy access to the most important parts of the content. This tutorial demonstrates how to add a navigation menu in WordPress in a few easy steps.

Adding a Navigation Menu in WordPress

Depending on the theme you are using, you may have more than one menu slot. Printscreens for this tutorial was made using one of our Premade themes which comes with two main menu slots.

#1 Access your WordPress

Firstly, you need to login to your WordPress Dashboard and hover over the ‘Appearance‘ tab on the left. From the drop-down options pick one called ‘Menus‘.

WordPress Dashboard menu option

#2 Create a navigation menu in WordPress

In the new window, go to section titles ‘Menu structure’ and enter your menu name. This name is not displayed on your site, so pick something short that will help you locate this menu if youcreate more of them.

For this example, I have called my menu ‘New Menu.’

Creating a new menu in WordPress

#3 Add your buttons

Adding menu buttons is easy with WordPress. All you need to do is pick elements from the list on the left (number 4 on the image below) and click on the ‘Add to Menu‘ button.

As you can notice, there are few sections for this list. Pick items from your pages, posts, categories, plugins, or manually add a custom link.

You may need to select a ‘View All’ link if you do not see all of your pages and categories.

The most popular options are pages and post categories.

Adding buttons and setting display location for a new WordPress menu

When the buttons will be ready, pick the ‘Display location‘ for your menu (5) and hit the ‘Save Menu‘ button (6).

Keep in mind that the number of your display location depends on the theme you are using. For this example, I use Daphne, which has two menu rows available.

That’s all! You have now learned how to add a navigation menu in WordPress.

For more tutorials, make sure to check our WordPress tutorials library!

Additional menu buttons options

After you add buttons to your menu, there are few additional options that are quite useful. I have listed four of the most important ones below the following image.

Additional menu buttons options
  1. Use the small arrow on the right side to reveal more settings for the menu button
  2. Change Navigation Label to make the button appear with a specific name. For example, change the Homepage to Home if you need more menu space.
  3. Use the ‘Remove’ option in the bottom left corner to remove the button from the menu
  4. Drag and drop your buttons under already existing ones to create a drop-down menu options

Designer Blogs offers an add-on option to stylize your menu with different fonts, link colors, background colors, and images. So if it is something we can help you with, check our Blog Accessories page.

If you have any questions about adding a navigation menu in WordPress make sure to let us know in the comments below.

Collar the Cat!

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Collar the Cat!

Traditional bird conservation efforts cannot counteract a cat’s primal instincts. For my Eagle Scout project, I constructed a 14-foot tower that nests about 40 chimney swifts (a threatened bird species). Considering it was built in a neighborhood that houses an estimated 50 cats, my hard work has likely not resulted in any net increase of the bird population. Yet, attempting to muzzle our pet with a stay-at-home order is not a practical, long-term solution for cats.

Susan Willson of St. Lawrence University offers an alternative. By placing vividly colored collars on cats, Willson found that birds were much more likely to spot cats before it was too late. Consequently, collared cats killed up to “19 times fewer birds than uncollared cats.”

Collar scrunchies are a noiseless, effective alternative to the traditional “cat bell,” and still allows cats to exercise their instincts on real pests. These colorful scrunchies are effective with birds but not on colorblind rodents.

It’s not a cardinal sin to let cats be cats, but a simple colored collar around the neck will help offset their feline instincts. Plus, more cat videos sporting stylish scrunchies is something none of us could ever refuse.

Works Cited

Brulliard, Karin and Scott Clement. “How Many Americans Have Pets? An Investigation of Fuzzy Statistics.” The Washington Post, 31 Jan. 2019.

Lepczyk, Christopher A., et al. “What Conservation Biologists Can Do to Counter Trap-Neuter-Return.” Conservation Biology, 2 Nov. 2010.

Sommer, Lauren. “The Killer At Home: House Cats Have More Impact On Local Wildlife Than Wild Predators.” NPR, 18 April 2020.

Willson, S.K., et al. “Birds Be Safe: Can a Novel Cat Collar Reduce Avian Mortality by Domestic Cats (Felis catus)?” Global Ecology and Conservation, Elsevier, 20 Jan. 2015.

Zimmer, Carl. “Birds Are Vanishing From North America.” The New York Times, 19 Sept. 2019.

Skillsoft – An Analyst Perspective

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Skillsoft – An Analyst Perspective

This is a story about a one-time giant in the 3rd party off-the-shelf content providers. A behemoth, impressive and at the same time, seen in an “Evil Empire” perspective among other vendors in the mid-2000s.

This is also about a vendor who lost their way.  A vendor who made not only poor business decisions with the likes of Percipio, but also with the monumental blunder of acquiring SumTotal. 

The buy was a bad relationship in the making, one where the owner – “Skillsoft” and ownee “SumTotal” never seemed to get on track with one another.  Where SumTotal salespeople never pushed Percipio as an add-on or addition to SumTotal Learning, even referring it an an “afterthought” as one senior sales executive once told me.

Where I learned from a senior sales exec at SumTotal that SumTotal salespeople sold less than one percent of Percipio, and he never understood the reason that Percipio was created, because Degreed was the dominant leader in the LXP space. 

It is where Skillsoft was eventually acquired by a PE firm (Charterhouse Capital Partners LLP) in 2014, and while the PE firm also, therefore, owned SumTotal, there was clearly a communication challenge between Skillsoft and SumTotal.  Not uncommon with some companies that own two different learning system brands if you will, but in this case, it seemed that SumTotal was the driver and Skillsoft the secondary. 

It just wasn’t a good marriage as they say, to such an extent there were rumors at one point that a spin-off of SumTotal was in order (At least one company received a “letter of interest”).  It failed to materialize.

Layoffs meanwhile started at Skillsoft Corporation in November 2019, February 2020, and most recently in early June 2020. 

Employees at Skillsoft were notified in May 2020, that a reorganization of debt was occurring, a method that usually means the company is trying to avoid filing for bankruptcy.

The truth of the matter is that Skillsoft started to enter forbearance agreements, before the end of April 2020, because payments totaling 42 million dollars to first and second lien-holders, was due by April 30th, 2020. (360 Law).

Skillsoft Corporation Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Skillsoft Corporation and all their subsidiaries are part of the bankruptcy including SumTotal Systems LLC, Accero, Inc., Amber Holding Inc., CyberShift Holdings, CyberShift, Inc., Mindleaders Inc., Pointwell Limited, SSI Investments I limited, SSI Investments II Limited, SSI Investments III Limited, Skillsoft Canada, Skillsoft Ireland Limited, Skillsoft Limited, Skillsoft U.K. Limited and ThirdForce Group Limited. 

Agreed to a deal with their lien holders, but the deal still needs approval, by the court, to exit bankruptcy.

According to Skillsoft the goal is to cut over 1.5 billion dollars from their current debt of two billion dollars.  They reported assets and liabilities between 1 billion and 10 billion dollars.

The deal that was agreed upon (pre-packaged plan) by their lien-holders are as follows (according to 360 Law and Personnel Today)

  • First lien holders would receive shares of $410 million in new term loans for their nearly $1.4 million in claims along with 96% of the reorganized company’s equity
  • Second lien holders would receive 4% of the new equity and additional warrants for their $670 million in claims. They would also have the opportunity to purchase up to 15% of equity in the re-organized Skillsoft.
  • Unsecured creditors would be fully paid
  • Current equity holder claims would be wiped out

If the pre-packaged agreement is approved, Skillsoft’s debt would drop to 410 million. (Reuters)

“.. liabilities exceeding assets by more than 18-fold currently, with debt maturities looming both this year and next year. That debt-to-equity ratio would fall to 5.2 times under the plan.” (360 Law, )

Furthermore, if the plan is approved, Skillsoft’s liquidity will be “around 50 million dollars” (Reuters).

Skillsoft – What went wrong from a learning perspective

Percipio was, well, to say it politely an unmitigated disaster, a result of poor business decision making by Skillsoft.   It wasn’t due to the product per se, rather it was the approach Skillsoft decided upon when it came to Percipio.

When the rolled out the system ways back (at a trade show), it was missing quite a bit, and from my perspective should have been held until it truly was ready for prime-time.

It was never noted during that rollout that Pericipo wouldn’t follow a “standalone” approach when it came to selling the system.  Yet, that is exactly what happened, i.e. not as a standalone.

Do you wanna buy Percipio? (as of 6-22-20)

Well, you are fortuitous because it only requires you to purchase some content from the Skillsoft library. That’s it.

Once you buy the content, Skillsoft will give you Percipio for free. Albeit, there were salespeople on the SumTotal side who actually sold Percipio (not from the buy content you get it free angle, either). 

If the buy content you get Skillsoft system sounds familiar you are correct because the same approach was taken with Skillport, an LMS from Skillsoft, which was really a stripped-down version of the old Element K system back in the day.

And yes, there were salespeople who ignored the buy content get Skillport for free, by selling it, on top of a client buying the Skillsoft content. 

The weirdness of the whole Percipio strategy includes having a swath of content in the platform, including from their partners, on top of the content you initially purchased. Thus if you want to read, view, listen to the other pieces of content, you pay. 

Percipio was late to the game in adding content partners, with the system initially having only Skillsoft content.  On the other hand, it had IBM Talent Watson in its system, before SumTotal did.

SumTotal’s Learning’s home learner page? It is from Percipio.

Could you as a client purchase Percipio as the standalone? You could, but the number of folks who did was infinitesimal.

At this year’s Skillsoft virtual conference, all attendees received free access to the entire Percipio system, and could view a wide amount of content, but in my test, not every piece of content was made available, although a couple of pieces of content was about the Percipio system (reminded me of a sales angle).

I will concur it was a nice plus for Skillsoft to do that, and no doubt the end game was to get folks to use Percipio for the long-term, which again, because the standalone angle isn’t the preferred selling method, Skillsoft content had to be the driver.

Another weird component to the entire Percipio business strategy, is that the system continues to add feature sets, and thus R&D, even though the content-first approach exists.

In the history of buy content first and get the system for free approach, it is rare to sustain it for a long period of time, this is due to the R&D factor.  I know of only one vendor who follows a content-first strategy, get system for free business approach, although they will sell their system as a standalone (which is very rare). 

Other vendors who went content-first and system is free, ended up scuttling the approach, with the eventual sell the system and we will toss in the content OR sell the system, you get some content for free, but then have to pay for any other content.

The biggest vendor to try to the content-first strategy that failed in the long-run  (which resulted in them selling the system first)? Grovo, which eventually was acquired by Cornerstone. And I should note burned through 73 million dollars. 

Skillsoft content

A totally mixed bag, still.  Some of it is quite good, and some, as you might expect isn’t. For fans of micro-content it does exist, but the vastness of their library is the common longer duration of time (albeit you can use a TOC to follow a non-linear methodology, which is the best way to go).

Remember when I noted that some vendors saw them as the “evil empire?” This was due to the buying spree that Skillsoft conducted in the early to mid-2000s where they bought up quite a few 3rd party off the shelf vendors including NetG (a big player back then) and Element K (strong player back in the day). 

Skillsoft also does partnerships with numerous learning system vendors, which means, that you can buy Skillsoft content in the vendor’s marketplace, and have it in your system (actually it sits on Skillsoft’s servers and is API or some other connector, pushed into your learning system – and again, extremely common with other off-the shelf providers).

Why you may ask, does Skillsoft not try to add Percipio to vendors’ marketplaces, whereas there are LXPs who do?  Which would be a smart business move? Well, you should ask them, because as of now, they have no interest in doing so.  Even though it could open up a new revenue channel for them.

The Floodgates have opened

There are numerous vendors who are offering special discounted rates, a smooth transition from Percipio to their system, and in many cases will work with any Skillsoft client who is stuck in a contract, and wants to exit.

If you are a Skillsoft customer who wants to exit out to another system, or a Percipio customer who wants to switch over – here is a list of vendors offering such deals and transitions as noted.

Switch from Skillsoft Offers (Please contact the vendor directly)

Skillsoft Content Customers who want to switch to another 3rd party content/course provider

  • Skill Pill – Great content follows sort of a bundle pack of content approach, i.e. you get the course, some type of flashcards or similar, workbooks, etc.  – Special Discount Rate and will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.
  • Open Sesame – Equally great content – Special discounted rate and smooth transition
  • Biz Library – Great content – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract
  • SAP Litmos – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.
  • The Access Group – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.

Percipio Customers who want to switch out into another learning system

  • The Access Group, Access LMS – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.
  • EdCast – Special discounted rate, smooth transition will work with you if you are stuck in a contract. 
  • Biz Library – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.
  • Learn Amp – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.
  • Learnsoft – Special discounted rate, smooth transition

Percipio and/or SumTotal customers

  • IMC-AG – Special discounted rate, smooth transition, will work with you if you are stuck in a contract.

Compare Percipio to any of the Learning Systems offering you a deal, OR just to compare them to another LXP or DLP.

With the exception of Learnsoft, every other vendor listed above is in Findanlms.com, you can access immediately, no need to register up-front into the platform.

Additionally, there are many other LXPs in the platform including Degreed and THRIVE.

Bottom Line

The only way Skillsoft survives long-term is that they get acquired by someone.  First, I’d break up the company with SumTotal Systems LLC., as a separate entity, then sell off Percipio, for more of a customer buy, and retain the Skillsoft brand for the courses and content side of the house. 

The end output?  SumTotal as a separate company, Skillsoft Corporation as an only content provider, and Percipio as a sell-off for customer acquisition, then sunset the system. 

That’s my take.

For what it is worth.

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I should note that I reached out to Skillsoft twice last week, requesting any comments, and/or would they will be willing to receive questions from me, and respond accordingly.  Skillsoft never responded.  Nor have they published publicly any messaging to prospective customers to assure that everything will be okay, or that they are committed to current and future clients. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Top 25 online courses in Pakistan – June 2020

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Top 25 online courses in Pakistan – June 2020

Online learning is becoming increasingly popular for the people of Pakistan. With a median age of just 23, this young country is perfectly positioned to make the most of the opportunities that digital learning can offer. 

We’ve put together a list of the 25 most popular online courses in Pakistan today, ranging from strategies to help combat the spread of COVID-19, to personal development and English language courses. 

1. COVID-19: Tackling the Novel Coronavirus

The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the biggest global challenges we have ever faced. Pakistan has had 160,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19, so understanding how the virus emerged, how it spreads and what we need to do to tackle it in the future is vital.

This course from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine explores all of these issues and more, and is one of our most popular courses, across all countries. 

Enrol today

 

2. Teaching English Online

Learning to teach English online is an incredibly valuable skill at any time, and especially so at the moment, as more learning moves online. If you’re an English teacher, this course will provide you with the knowledge, tools and resources you need to transfer your teaching skills to an online environment.

You’ll receive expert guidance from Cambridge Assessment English (part of the University of Cambridge) and gain insights from other online teachers and learners. 

Enrol today

 

3. Understanding IELTS

IELTS is the world’s most popular English language assessment for higher education, and in Pakistan there are IELTS test centres in Islamabad, Lahore & Karach. The assessment tests the four core language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening). This program explores how each of these key skills is examined in the IELTS and what you need to demonstrate to the examiner in order to pass. It’s designed by the British Council and is the perfect way to prepare for the test. 

Enrol today

 

 

4. Understanding IELTS: Reading

This popular course looks exclusively at the reading section of the IELTS exam. You’ll discover more about the format of the IELTS Reading test and develop techniques and strategies to give yourself the best possible chance of success.

You’ll also learn what to expect on the day of the test so nothing takes you by surprise. 

Enrol today

 

5. Driving Value from Data

Businesses all over the world, including Pakistan, and utilising the power of data to make better business decisions. This highly popular course from The Data Lab explores why data is such a powerful tool in the workplace and will provide you with an understanding of the opportunities for data innovation in your own workplace.

Enrol today

 

6. Understanding IELTS: Writing

The IELTS Writing test is a 60-minute exam consisting of two separate writing tasks. The first will focus on graphs and charts, and the second on an academic essay.

On this course from the British Council, you’ll learn more about both sections and how to prepare for them effectively, so you can approach the writing exam with confidence. 

Enrol today

 

 

7. Understanding IELTS: Speaking

The IELTS Speaking test is broken down into three sections — questions about yourself and your family, a specific topic and finally a longer discussion.

On this course, you’ll discover strategies to improve your performance in each section and increase your chance of success. 

Enrol today

 

8. Basic English 1: Elementary

English is often referred to as ‘the global language’ which makes it a valuable skill across Pakistan and many other countries. This course, from King’s College London, will get you started on the basics of the English language, from how to introduce yourself to asking questions and talking about your job.

This course is the perfect starting point for your English language journey. 

Enrol today

 

9. Introduction to Business Management

To be a successful business manager requires a variety of skills, both personal and professional. This course will introduce you to some of the key aspects of business management, from key financial concepts like profit and cash flow, to how to manage people and the importance of good communication.

You’ll also consider your own management style and how to adapt it to different business situations.

Enrol today

 

10. Language Assessment in the Classroom

Understanding how the assessment of language works is an increasingly valuable skill for teachers and educators to possess. This course, from the British Council, will explore the principles of language assessment and the various types of tests that are used in language assessment today.

By the end of the course, you will understand how to design your own language tests using industry-leading techniques. 

Enrol today

11. Teaching English: How to Plan a Great Lesson

Learning English is one of the most valuable skills your students will receive. Through improving your English teaching, you’ll enable your students to get the most from your classes.

This course, designed for English teachers in Pakistan and around the world, will explore the fundamentals of lesson planning and how you can utilise technology to engage and support your students.  

Enrol today

12. English in Early Childhood: Language Learning and Development

English is one of Pakistan’s official languages, so helping children develop their English from a young age is incredibly important.

This course, which has been designed for parents and teachers of young children, explores the way in which children learn languages and how you can communicate most effectively to help them on their journey. You will also have the opportunity to join in discussions with other learners and interact live with experienced educators. 

Enrol today

13. How To Teach Online: Providing Continuity for Students

As uncertainty around Covid-19 continues, and schools in Pakistan remain indefinitely closed, it’s important that teachers are able to adapt and learn to teach online. This course will help you develop new techniques and approaches so you can teach your students online.

It also explores the benefits and challenges of moving from face-to-face to online teaching and provides a space for you to discuss the personal impact of teaching online. 

Enrol today

 

14. The Sharia and Islamic Law: An Introduction

The Sharia and Islamic law have played an important part in Muslim lives in Pakistan and around the world, both historically and today.

On this course from The University of Edinburgh, you’ll work with experts from around the world to learn more about Islamic law and consider the nature of religious law more broadly, including some of the controversies it has provoked, and its place in modern societies.

Enrol today

 

15. Understanding IELTS: Listening

The IELTS listening exam consists of four separate listening tasks, including conversations and monologues. This course will help prepare you for these tasks and explore techniques you can use to cope with any unfamiliar topics that you might face in the exam. This course will boost your confidence ahead of the test and improve your chances of being successful. 

Enrol today

 

16. Exploring English: Language and Culture

English is one of the most widely used global languages and dominates popular culture, from music and films to politics and medicine.

This course will provide you with a better understanding of English as a global language and its origins in Great Britain. You’ll learn about British culture and daily life, and study videos of people speaking and interacting in English.

You’ll also discover the importance of British language, literature and music and the impact they have had across the world. 

Enrol today

 

17. Managing Mental Health and Stress

Maintaining our mental health requires just as much effort, and is just as important, as our physical health. With many of us also now having to deal with varying levels of lockdown due to COVID-19, there is an increased strain on our mental health.

This course will explore the factors that contribute to poor mental health and how you can measure your own stress levels. You’ll also look at managing stress and mental health in the workplace and explore techniques to combat workplace stress. 

Enrol today

 

18. Basic English 2: Pre-Intermediate

This King’s College London course follows on from Basic English 1 described above and will help you advance your English skills to the next level.

You’ll be able to hear people speak English in a variety of real-life situations and cover topics like asking for directions, talking about your daily life and different technologies. You’ll also explore language specifically focusing on shopping and preparing for university. 

Enrol today

 

19. Inside IELTS: Preparing for the Test With the Experts

The IELTS Academic test is for those applying for higher education in an English speaking environment. This course is designed to give you the best possible preparation for that test, including exploring the contents of the IELTS Academic test and what you need to do to get the best score possible.

You will also discover more about the skills you’ll require when studying at an English speaking university. 

Enrol today

 

20. Managing COVID-19 in Primary Care

The COVID-19  pandemic has put a huge strain on healthcare systems in Pakistan. If you’re a healthcare professional on the frontline in the battle again COVID-19 then this course could be for you.

It’s led by healthcare experts at St George’s University of London and considers all of the factors associated with the pandemic, including symptoms and signs, as well as current best practice in managing the virus.

Enrol today

 

21. English for the Workplace

English is widely spoken in Pakistan and is heard in a variety of workplaces across the country, and the world. This course has been designed for those looking to boost their English language skills within the workplace environment.

You’ll listen to people speaking English in various working scenarios, like applying for jobs, taking interviews, and communicating with colleagues. You’ll come away with more confidence in speaking English at work. 

Enrol today

 

22. Explore Filmmaking: From Script to Screen

Pakistan has a highly successful film industry, primarily located in its two largest cities – Karachi and Lahore.

On this course, from the UK National Film and Television School, a team of award-winning filmmakers will take you through the full filmmaking process. You’ll learn about the different roles in a film shoot, the differences between story and theme, and the importance of good editing and sound in telling a story on film. 

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23. Communication and Interpersonal Skills at Work

Communication and interpersonal skills are some of the most valuable in your skill set. They are important in almost every workplace context, from working successfully in a team, to networking with clients and suppliers.

On this course, you’ll consider your own communication style and how you apply it at work. You’ll also explore how to deal with challenging conversations and ensure that they still have positive outcomes. 

Enrol today

 

24. Teaching for Success: Lessons and Teaching

Continued professional development is crucial for teachers, as the teaching environment itself continues to evolve. This course is designed for English language teachers and looks at improving how you plan and deliver your lessons, and ensuring that you are making the most of the resources available to you.

You’ll also identify your own development needs and consider how you can address them.  

Enrol today

 

25. Teaching Phonics in Early Childhood

Phonics is a method of teaching children how to read and write. It helps children hear, identify and use different sounds that distinguish words in the English language.

On this course, you’ll consider this hotly debated topic and explore the opinions of researchers, teachers and educational bodies. You’ll also discover the importance of phonics in early childhood and strategies for the teaching of phonics. 

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Category FutureLearn Pakistan, Creative Arts & Media, IT & Computer Science, Psychology & Mental Health, Wellbeing & Mindfulness, Upskilling, Data Science, Learning, Business and Management, Healthcare & Medicine, Teaching, Digital Skills

Top 25 online courses in Nigeria – June 2020

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Top 25 online courses in Nigeria – June 2020

Nigeria has the seventh-largest population in the world and the opportunity for online learning is huge and has become an increasingly popular choice of education for many. 

From those looking to boost their professional development to others looking to grow their knowledge in a particular subject area, online learning presents a safe and accessible means of developing your skills. 

To help you find a course that suits your needs, we’ve put together a list of Nigeria’s 25 most popular online courses. 

1. COVID-19: Tackling the Novel Coronavirus

The COVID-19 pandemic is a huge global challenge and cases in Nigeria are sadly still increasing. Understanding the origins of the virus, how it’s spread amongst people and cities, and what measures we can use to limit the spread of the virus in the future is vital.

This course, from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, explores all of these issues and more, and is one of our most popular courses, across all countries. 

Enrol today

 

2. Ideas for a Better World: Leading Change Through Policymaking

Global policy has the ability to make the world a better place, so understanding how policymaking works is a valuable skill, both personally and professionally. On this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of policy and who is responsible for policy change.

You’ll develop your own policy-making skills and also hear from global policymaking experts and learn from their experiences.

Enrol today

3. COVID-19: Diagnostics and Testing

As many countries around the world, including Nigeria, still battle to control the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of diagnostics has been shown to be increasingly important in outbreak control.

On this course, you’ll discover the most up-to-date recommendations on the different COVID-19 diagnosis and testing strategies, and how countries around the world are reacting and evolving to meet the healthcare challenges of the pandemic. 

Enrol today

 

4. Understanding IELTS

IELTS is the world’s most popular English language assessment for higher education and tests the four core language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).

IELTS tests are available in 11 locations in Nigeria: Lagos, Ilorin, Akure, Abeokuta, Enugu, Kano, Abuja, Benin City, Calabar, Port Harcourt and Ibadan. This program explores how the IELTS works and what you’ll need to do in order to achieve success in the assessment.

Enrol today

 

5. How To Teach Online: Providing Continuity for Students

As the fight against COVID-19 continues, and schools in Nigeria remain closed, it’s important that teachers possess the skills needed to teach online and continue providing support to their students.

This course, from FutureLearn, will supply you with the skills required to do this, and take an in-depth look at the differences between face-to-face and online teaching and the impact both have on students. 

Enrol today

 

6. Understanding IELTS: Writing

The IELTS Writing test is one part of the full IELTS qualification, and consists of a 60 minute exam, with two separate written tasks. In Task One, you’ll be working on graphs and charts, and in Task Two you’ll be focused on an academic essay.

This course, from the British Council, will look in detail at the exam requirements and what you need to demonstrate to the examiner in order to be successful.

Enrol today

 

7. Introduction to Business Management

Business management requires many different skills and you’ll be developing them throughout your professional life and career. This course is designed to introduce you to some of these key business management skills, from fundamental financial concepts like profit and cash flow to managing people and the role that businesses play in society. You’ll also consider your own management style and compare it with others. 

Enrol today

 

8. Exploring English: Language and Culture

The English language is everywhere, from popular culture and politics to teaching and healthcare. Nigerian English, as it’s known, is widely used in many environments in the country. This course is designed to provide a background in the English language and its country of origin, Great Britain.

You’ll learn about British culture, take a journey through the British countryside and watch videos of day-to-day life in Britain. You’ll improve both your knowledge of the English language and of Great Britain as a country.   

Enrol today

 

9. Understanding IELTS: Reading

This course focuses on the reading section of the IELTS exam. You’ll discover more about the format of the IELTS Reading test and explore the skills and knowledge required to succeed during the assessment.

You’ll discover the different types of tasks that form the IELTS Reading test, from multiple choice to true, false, and not given.

Enrol today

10. Communication and Interpersonal Skills at Work

Communication and interpersonal skills are vital in the workplace. If you’re able to converse effectively with others, listening as well as speaking clearly and politely, then you’ll be productive at work.

On this course, you’ll learn how to consider your own communication style and whether there are any areas that can be worked on. You’ll also learn the importance of matching your communication style to specific work situations or projects.

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11. Digital Skills: Digital Marketing

The digital marketing industry in Nigeria is growing fast and incredibly competitive. You can supercharge your digital marketing skills with this course from Accenture.

You’ll discover everything you need to get started on a career in the sector, from display and pay per click advertising to search engine optimisation (SEO) and email marketing. You’ll also learn how to integrate all of these techniques into a powerful digital marketing approach. 

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12. Introduction to Nursing: The Role of Nurses Around the World

Nigeria is ranked 7th among 57 countries classified as facing a critical shortage of health workers. Thankfully, work is already underway to recruit more nurses in the country, which makes nursing skills highly valuable.

On this course, designed for those who are hoping to study in nursing or healthcare, you’ll examine the role of nurses around the world. You’ll also discover the principles of nursing and learn how nurses can help people and communities care for themselves.

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13. An Introduction to Screenwriting

According to PwC, the Nigerian film industry is recognised as the second-largest film producer in the world, with a total of 2,500 films made every year.

All good films need a good script, and this is where this course from the University of East Anglia comes in. You’ll learn the basics of good screenwriting and how to apply them in order to write your own screenplay. 

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14. Health Systems Strengthening

Now, more than ever, healthcare systems are under pressure because of the COVID-19 pandemic. On this course, developed in association with UNICEF, you’ll look at how complex healthcare systems work, and discuss issues like health policy, health financing, human resources, supply chain management, quality of care and private sector engagement.

This course would suit middle and high-level health professionals.

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15. The Sharia and Islamic Law: An Introduction

Nigeria has the largest Muslim population in West Africa, so developing your understanding of the role that Sharia and Islamic law have played in Muslim lives around the world, both historically and today, is valuable.

On this course, designed for anyone interested in learning more about the Sharia, you’ll learn about the nature of religious law, discuss primary sources ranging from prominent poets to Islamic leaders, and assess the impact of colonialism on the Muslim world. 

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16. Contract Management and Procurement: An Introduction

Contract management is a vital part of the construction process, as it allows all parties to know their rights and obligations. On this course, you’ll learn the principles of contract law and discover the roles of the contract administrator and project manager in a construction contract.

This course, from Coventry University, will be valuable to anyone looking to build their understanding of contract management in construction. 

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17. Managing COVID-19 in Primary Care

The COVID-19 pandemic has put a huge strain on healthcare systems in Nigeria and around the world. This course, from St George’s University of London, considers all of the factors associated with pandemic. You’ll explore the background of COVID-19, learn when to suspect infection in primary care, and how to manage patients who have contracted the virus alongside those who haven’t.

If you’re a front-line healthcare professional in Nigeria, and you’re responsible for patients in the current COVID-19 pandemic, then this course is designed for you. 

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18. Basic First Aid: How to Be an Everyday Hero

Basic first aid saves countless lives across Nigeria, every single day. This 2-week course is designed to introduce you to the basic concepts of first aid, so you can recognise an emergency and how to respond to it.

You’ll discover how to help someone who’s choking, or has passed out and may not be breathing, as well how to manage someone bleeding profusely. This course is for anyone interested in learning first aid, you don’t need any previous medical experience.

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19. COVID-19 Critical Care: Understanding and Application

Unfortunately, no matter how many precautions are taken, there’s no way to totally prevent people from contracting COVID-19. Therefore, it’s vital that healthcare professionals understand how to treat COVID-19 patients in critical care, whilst keeping themselves safe at the same time.

On this course, you’ll learn critical care techniques for patients with and without COVID-19, as well as learning about the required PPE equipment and practices.  

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20. An Introduction to Coding and Design

Programming in Nigeria has taken off over the last decade, and job growth in the sector is expected to continue to rise. This course will give you an understanding of the basic coding languages, and you’ll learn to use the technologies that power your favourite websites and apps.

You’ll also discover the fundamentals of user experience (UX) and why it’s crucial to effective programming. 

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21. HR Fundamentals

All major businesses need to have a strong and fully functioning human resources (HR) department.

This course from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (UK), will give you a better understanding of why HR is vital to the successful running of businesses, and introduce you to some of the key principles, like workforce planning, employee recruitment, and employee retention.

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22. Managing Mental Health and Stress

For many, the COVID-19 pandemic has meant increased stress and pressure, as our home and workplace routines are disrupted and we have to adapt to new situations. It’s important, during these times, that we focus on our mental health just as much as our physical health.

This course will explore the factors that contribute to poor mental health and what you can do to combat them.

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23. Start Writing Fiction

Whether you’re writing fiction just for fun or you’re hoping to land that big book deal, this could be the perfect course for you. It doesn’t require any previous experience of writing fiction, and you’ll learn how established writers have penned their masterpieces, from their daily routines to writing habits.

Start your journey to successful fiction writing today! 

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24. Understanding Fashion: From Business to Culture

It’s estimated that the Nigerian fashion market is worth in excess of $4.7billion so it’s no surprise that this course is a popular choice.

It features exclusive input from leading figures from the world of fashion, including designers such as Simon Porte Jacquemus, Christelle Kocher, Paul Smith, and CEOs at Chanel, YSL and Hermès. You’ll also discover the history of fashion and why it’s such a powerful cultural force. 

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25. Introduction to Cyber Security

As our lives are increasingly dependent on digital technology, the importance of staying safe online also increases. This course, which does not require any previous cyber security knowledge, explores the basics of online security and the steps you can take to protect yourself online.

You’ll learn about concepts such as malware, viruses, trojans and identity theft, and how to make sure you are not a victim of them. 

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Learner stories – Amanda

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Learner stories – Amanda

Amanda Hubbal is a nursery teacher in the UK. She uses research-based practice to provide inclusive and engaging nursery teaching.

After being asked several times by parents about ADHD symptoms and behaviours, she decided to take the ‘Understanding ADHD: Current Research and Practice’ course from King’s College London on the FutureLearn Platform.

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Amanda teaches 3 and 4-year-olds at a standalone state nursery school. She settled on early years teaching when she realised the difference she could make in children’s lives at this point.

“I believe early years education is the foundation for all learning. To me it felt like the point where I could have the most impact as nursery age children are so curious and open to new things.”

It was Amanda’s desire to provide better, more inclusive teaching to young children displaying behaviours associated with ADHD that motivated her to look for a course on the topic. 

“I have always been interested in child behaviour and the associated neuroscience. ADHD was of particular interest as I have seen time and again, children go on to get a diagnosis two years or so after leaving nursery. This led me to believe that children could benefit from ADHD intervention and support at an earlier stage in their development.

Furthermore, I have found that as stigma around the disorder has broken down and awareness has increased, it is something parents are increasingly keen to talk to me about. I felt it was important for me to be informed so I could better field these questions.”

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Amanda was specifically drawn to the scientific, ‘current research and practice’ element of the course.

“At my nursery school we are passionate about research-led best practice and I feel it is important not to exist in a bubble, but to be acutely aware of what is going on globally in the education/ development sector. I want my teaching to be constantly informed by up to date information and research.”

Amanda was keen to learn about the myths around ADHD and debunk stereotypes around the disorder. 

“There are so many misconceptions around ADHD, many of which I held myself. One of the most common is the ‘naughty boy syndrome’. This is where children displaying signs of inattentive or hyperactive attention disorders are dismissed as unruly – this is particularly common among boys.

Another misconception is that when children are struggling in the classroom this is often attributed to lack of parental support – when in fact there are actual physical brain abnormalities which affect how the brain functions and learns in those with ADHD.”

FutureLearn lets you upskill

Amanda is grateful for platforms like FutureLearn which offer teachers additional resources they can use to improve their teaching skills.

“It is unfortunate that training on specific disorders like ADHD is not something that is immediately available as part of our CPD, it is something that you have to proactively seek out.”

Amanda feels that what she learnt on the course has had a dramatic impact on her teaching style and her ability to meet the needs of her ADHD pupils.

“One of my key takeaways from the FutureLearn course was the brain scan comparisons where you can clearly see that certain areas of the brain are bigger/ smaller/ more or less active in those with ADHD. It has been important for me to keep this in mind when dealing with ADHD students as these differences create a specific set of needs, and conflict in the classroom often results from when these needs aren’t being met.

I believe that courses such as the ‘Understanding ADHD’ course from King’s College London should be a compulsory component of teacher training as while the course was not time-consuming or intensive, it transformed the way I think and feel about ADHD in the classroom.”

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Learner stories – Martin

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Martin Griffiths, 43, is a teacher at a primary school in the UK. After working in the fitness industry as a general manager at a leisure centre, Martin moved into teaching and used FutureLearn to help with his professional development.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, he took FutureLearn’s ‘How to Teach Online‘ course.

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Martin came across FutureLearn after a colleague recommended a course from the University of Glasgow, designed to help teachers develop strategies to support English language learners. 

“I’m in my second year as a qualified teacher, after retraining and moving careers into teaching. FutureLearn provided an opportunity to learn and improve my knowledge base. The school I work at has a lot of students for whom English is not their first language and Glasgow’s course played a role in this area of development for me and helped me to adapt the way I communicate and set up lessons. It also helped to reassure me as things I was already doing were recognised in the course as good practice, which confirmed some of my own teaching methods.”

Like many teachers, when Martin’s school closed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, he was faced with the sudden and unexpected move to online teaching. He was worried about how to engage his Year 5 students online, and returned to FutureLearn to take the ‘How To Teach Online’ course. 

“I knew I was going to have to do some form of online teaching, which is something I’ve had no experience of at all. I wanted to find something useful to help. I chose FutureLearn as I had enjoyed the format of the courses and the blend of content they offer from videos, articles and interactions in the comment section.”

FutureLearn is flexible

One of the things Martin found most useful about using FutureLearn during lockdown was the flexibility it offers. 

“I was able to fit the teaching online course around my existing commitments and do bits of the course and return back to it when I had the time. I’ve got children who were also doing their own school work from home and we would all sit together to work. I enjoyed teaching but also learning at the same time”. 

‘How to Teach Online’ saw educators from all over the world share their experiences of teaching online. 

“I found the comments from different teachers really interesting and it was useful to see how others were teaching online. Many shared their tips on things that did and didn’t work and I could take this on board and feedback to my colleagues. I also learnt specific skills around how to set up lessons online, which I’d never done before. I also found the course easily accessible, the language used was not overly academic and no prior knowledge was needed to complete the course.”

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FutureLearn has helped Martin to improve his teaching skills, from connecting remotely with his students, to supporting language learners in the classroom. 

“Both courses have enhanced my general understanding of different areas of teaching and I’ve recommended them to my colleagues. I will put the things I’ve learnt from FutureLearn, into practice when school reopens.”

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Top 23 online courses in Canada – June 2020

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Top 23 online courses in Canada – June 2020

Online learning has always been a popular choice in Canada, and this has only been accelerated by the outbreak of COVID-19. 

Canadian learners are using FutureLearn for a wide range of online courses, from dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic to discovering more about historical wonders like Ancient Rome.  Read on to find out what the 25 most popular online courses in Canada are, and who knows, you might find some inspiration yourself. 

1. COVID-19: Tackling the Novel Coronavirus

Fighting the novel coronavirus has been a world-wide-struggle, and courses such as this one from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (UK) have been instrumental in helping both health practitioners and the general public. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars, it has been one of the most popular FutureLearn courses each month since its launch in March this year. 

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2. Understanding Fashion: From Business to Culture

The Canadian fashion industry is valued at a whopping 43.6 billion Canadian dollars so it’s not surprising this course on the business of fashion is highly popular. You’ll receive exclusive insights from leading figures in the world of fashion, including designers such as Simon Porte Jacquemus, Christelle Kocher, Paul Smith, and CEOs at Chanel, YSL and Hermès, and study fashion as both a cultural phenomenon and a creative industry.

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3. Understanding IELTS

IELTS is one of the world’s most popular English language tests, with 3.5 million tests taken each year. It’s the English test of choice for educational organisations, professional associations, and employers across Canada.

This program explores how the test works and how key language skills are examined in the IELTS and what you need to demonstrate to the examiner in order to pass. This program is designed by the British Council and is the perfect way to prepare for the test. 

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4. Rome: A Virtual Tour of the Ancient City

Italy is a popular destination for Canadians — nearly 900,000 of them visited the country in 2018, many of them to the country’s capital of Rome.

With the COVID-19 pandemic restricting travel at the moment, the next best thing is a virtual tour, and that’s where this online course comes in. Explore ancient Rome with this historically accurate 3D model and learn more about the ‘eternal city’. 

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5. Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology

If you’ve ever been fascinated by the world of forensics, then this course could be your opportunity to channel that passion. You’ll discover the world of forensic archaeology and anthropology through a series of real-life case studies, video lab sessions, interactive 3D models, photographs and podcasts.

On this course from Durham University, you’ll also learn how to analyse skeletal remains and be introduced to DNA analysis.

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6. How to Teach Online: Providing Continuity for Students

As the fight against COVID-19 continues, and many schools in Canada remain partially or entirely closed, teachers need to be equipped with the skills to teach online and provide continuity for their students.

On this course from FutureLearn, you’ll learn how to adapt your teaching for an online context, and how to collect, review and evaluate student feedback on your new approaches.

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7. Teaching English Online

Similar to the ‘How To Teach Online Course’ above, but with a particular focus on English teaching, this course from Cambridge Assessment English (part of the University of Cambridge) is perfect for those English teachers transferring to an online environment.

You’ll receive expert guidance from experienced educators, and discover tips and tools to help you become an effective online English teacher.

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8. A History of Royal Fashion

British royal fashion, from the modern-day Windsors to previous dynasties like the Tudors and the Stuarts, has always been closely scrutinised.

On this course, from the University of Glasgow, you’ll be taken on a fashion journey through the ages, with exclusive access to the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection.

You’ll learn how the Royal Family has utilised fashion for their own ends, and identify key fashion developments from the sixteenth century to the present day

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9. England in the Time of King Richard III

When the skeletal remains of Richard III were discovered in a Leicester car park, it caused headlines all over the world, including Canada. Now, with this course from the University of Leicester, you’re able to travel back to the time when King Richard was ruling the country.

You’ll discover what English life was like in the 15th century and how the remains of Richard III came to be discovered. 

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10. Understanding IELTS: Speaking

The IELTS Speaking test is one of four parts of the IELTS qualification. You’ll be asked questions about your life and your family, as well as a long discussion about a specific topic.

On this course, the British Council will prepare you for the IELTS Speaking test by going through strategies for each section of the test, and building your confidence so you can confidently speak in English.

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11. Understanding IELTS: Writing

The IELTS Writing test is another crucial part of the IELTS qualification. The exam consists of two separate written tasks, and this course will help prepare you for both sections.

You’ll learn from the British Council, who are experts in preparing candidates for the IELTS test. 

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12. Understanding Autism

It is estimated that 1 in 66 children in Canada will be diagnosed as autistic. First identified over 70 years ago, autism refers to a range of conditions characterised by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, as well as by unique strengths and differences.

On this course, you’ll build your understanding of autism and discover a new perspective on the lived experiences of people on the autism spectrum.

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13. Dyslexia and Foreign Language Teaching

Dyslexia affects 10-15% of the global population, and the condition can have an impact on their ability to learn a second language. This course has been designed for teachers of additional languages, with a specific focus on accommodating the needs of students with dyslexia.

You’ll learn new techniques and discover the latest computer-assisted tools to help with teaching languages to students with dyslexia

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14. Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance

With everything the world is dealing with at the moment, you can be forgiven for feeling a little stressed out. Mindfulness is the process of making yourself more grounded in the present and what you’re doing, and using that as a way to reduce stress and feel calmer.

This course, from Monash University, looks at the latest research on mindfulness, the problems associated with unmindfulness and how it can improve your work and performance. 

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15. Food and Mood: Improving Mental Health Through Diet and Nutrition

We all know that eating poorly can affect both our physical and mental wellbeing. In fact, poor diet is one of the leading causes of mortality in Canada and globally.

It’s important for all of us to understand the relationship between diet and our health, and this course, from Deakin University, explores this in detail. If you’re a healthcare practitioner, the course also looks at the principles and strategies of dietary change for patients. 

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16. Understanding IELTS: Reading

This popular course focuses on the Reading Test aspect of the IELTS exam.

You’ll develop strategies to improve your performance on test day and gain a better understanding of the format and likely questions in the exam. You’ll also learn how to deal with any unfamiliar vocabulary in a calm and logical way.

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17. Digital Skills: User Experience

User experience (UX) is a crucial part of any digital product, and it’s one of the main factors in whether that product succeeds or not. UX is how a person feels when they use your product, so keeping that in the forefront of your mind is important.

This course, part of Accenture’s Digital Skills series, will provide you with a full understanding of what UX is and why it’s so important to businesses in Canada and around the world. 

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18. How to Succeed at: Interviews

Most of us will have had interviews at some point in our lives. Some of them will have gone well, and others… less so!

This course has been put together by interview experts at The University of Sheffield to help ensure that your future interviews have the best possible chance of success. You’ll learn about different types of interviews and how to handle them, as well as identifying any areas of weakness that you can work on. 

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19. Start Writing Fiction

If you’re thinking about writing fiction, whether just for fun or if you’re thinking about writing professionally, then this course from The Open University can help you achieve your goal.

You’ll discover the habits and routines of highly successful writers, including Louis de Bernières, Patricia Duncker, Alex Garland, Abdulrazak Gurnah, Tim Pears, Michèle Roberts and Monique Roffey, and hear how they began their writing careers.

The course doesn’t require any previous experience of writing fiction.  

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20. Understanding IELTS: Listening

The IELTS Listening exam is one of the four parts of the IELTS qualification. It consists of four separate listening tasks, including listening to and understanding conversations and monologues.

This British Council course will help you prepare for the test, by going through exam strategies and techniques, and considering what to do if you’re faced with any unfamiliar topics during the exam.

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21. Food As Medicine

Diet is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This course, from Monash University, looks into the concept of food as medicine in more detail and explores the importance of food both in preventative health and in managing chronic conditions.

It also looks into the history of food as medicine and gives an introduction into the relationship between food and various parts of the body, including the gut and the brain.

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22. Antiquities Trafficking and Art Crime

Did you know that art crime totals more than £8 billion pounds globally, each year?

On this course, you’ll learn more about how art and antiques are stolen, trafficked, and in some cases found and returned to its origin. You’ll also learn about the fight to protect heritage sites from thieves from those at the forefront of the fight to save the world’s precious artefacts.  

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23. Language Assessment in the Classroom

Being able to accurately assess language capabilities, and design tests that give an accurate representation of a student’s abilities are valuable skills for any language teacher to possess.

On this course, from the British Council, you’ll explore the basic principles of language assessment and learn how to assess the four key language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

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Alison’s Coronavirus Course Translators: Željko Babić

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To help the world combat the Covid-19 pandemic, Alison launched the course Coronavirus – What you need to know. In order to make sure that no one was excluded from accessing possibly life-saving information, Alison committed to translating the course into as many languages as possible. To achieve this ambitious goal, Alison reached out to its community of Learners, seeking volunteers willing to use their language skills to help translate the course and spread important information on coronavirus. Željko Babić translated the course into Bosnian and played his part in spreading free learning that has helped save lives.

Željko, tell us a bit about yourself and your background.

My name is Željko Babić. I currently live in Bosnia and Herzegovina. I am 40 years old. I work in an electricity distribution company, and I am also a basketball coach. I also have licenses for providing internal and external audits in accordance with various ISO standards. In my basketball coaching career, I successfully lead a club as both club director and as the coach coordinator of all junior sections. I also work on the expert council of the Association of Basketball Coaches of the Republic of Srpska. Some of my players have successfully competed in the championships of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Finland, Spain, and even the NBA, as well as achieving successes with the national teams of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. I consider my greatest success being the proud father of two beautiful daughters.  

How did you learn that Alison was looking for translators for its coronavirus course?

I read on your site that you were looking for volunteer translators for the course and I applied.

What was your experience of Alison before volunteering to translate? Had you studied with Alison before?

I have taken Alison courses before and they are very interesting. You can learn a lot from them.

Why did you offer to translate our coronavirus course?

I thought that I could help and in that way make my contribution during this pandemic. This way people who are interested, and who only understand my language, can acquire the necessary knowledge.

Why is it important that everyone has access to important information on coronavirus?

The new coronavirus was previously unknown and the whole world has changed because of it. It’s very important to share information with people from all over the world so we can come up with a cure that will be available to everyone.

Tell us a little about your method when translating.

Alison made it much easier with your platform which allowed me to enter the translation directly into a table and thus speed up my work. Through working on the translation of the course, I learned the course as if I had taken it.

Why is free learning so important and why is it important to translate it into many languages?

The very word “free” gives all the answers. People need to share knowledge with others and improve their education. Many people do not know other languages, but by translating we help others to understand and improve.

Have you been learning through Alison during the pandemic? How has the lockdown been for you?

During the pandemic, it was very difficult. The movement bans, one of which lasted more than 72 hours, gave me the opportunity and time to find areas that interest me and to learn about them, and also to renew knowledge. Obligations in sports have disappeared but that has given me the opportunity to study. The business obligations in the company where I work are such that work had to continue. The work took place in controlled conditions and respecting all the recommendations of the WHO and the government of our country.

What would you say to people who might be interested in translating for Alison?  

Help others because in that way you contribute to people having a better opportunity in their lives and achieving a better existence. Share knowledge because knowledge is wealth.

If you’d like to play your part in overcoming the coronavirus pandemic by helping Alison give people access to the information necessary to keep themselves and their loved ones safe, please get in touch.

How to Entertain Your Kids This Summer? Maybe Don’t

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How to Entertain Your Kids This Summer? Maybe Don’t

Housework can also become a form of play, and depending on how well or poorly your children do it, may be some help. In the 19th century, Hodgkinson said, “children were seen as not necessarily a burden on the household, but a welcome labor force.” Employ them.

“The thing to remember is that kids want to help, so try to get them in the habit of doing some of those things,” Lenore Skenazy, president of Let Grow, a nonprofit promoting childhood independence, said. “A 3-year-old separating laundry is quite possible and also quite fun. Six-year-olds can be making breakfast.” So, yes, children can cook, they can clean. If you can take a few extra minutes to gamify the chore — Mary Poppins’s “Spoonful of Sugar” approach — they may even enjoy it.

A pandemic isn’t forever. Probably. So if it’s easier, leave historical practice aside, give guilt the vacation that you can’t take and get through it. “Don’t think that there’s something wrong with you or that you haven’t been the perfect camp counselor and made it a fun and exciting and rewarding summer for everyone,” Skenazy said. “I mean, just give yourself a break.”

If that break involves a lot of screens, remember that new entertainment forms and technologies — from the written word on — have always attracted suspicion that they will pulp or corrupt young minds. And most of us have turned out OK, no matter how many “Smurfs” episodes we may have once absorbed. Video games provide an opportunity to socialize, a streamed musical is still a musical, a virtual tour of a gallery or museum isn’t the same as wandering the halls yourself, but take what you can get.

In general, find out what your children like to do and encourage them to do it. Or go with the obverse: When you have time available, make them do stuff that you like. In my case, that means playing board games and watching toy theater videos on YouTube, plus the occasional Hayao Miyazaki movie. Or the more than occasional one.

“Just let them watch a lot of films,” Hodgkinson said. “It’s temporary, it’s not forever. We really shouldn’t be too hard on ourselves.”

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